KUCHING (Nov 28): The Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia (Ilam) Sarawak Chapter has deepened its engagement with local authorities through the Technical Landscape Seminar and Industry Sharing Session with Sarawak Local Authorities 2025. Organised in partnership with the State Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government (MPHLG), the seminar gathered representatives from 28 local [...] The post ILAM Sarawak strengthens collab with local authorities on sustainable landscaping ..

KUCHING (Nov 28): Everything is going according to plan for Kuching Comic Con (KCC) 2025. To be taking place at Pullman Hotel Kuching's Collosseum Hall this Dec 13 to 14, open from 10am to 8pm daily, the convention is set to bring together artists, creators, cosplayers, collectors and pop culture fans from all across Malaysia [...] The post All systems go for Kuching Comic Con 2025 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

XI'AN (Nov 28): Over 2,000 years ago, during the Western Han Dynasty (202 BC-25 AD), Chinese envoy Zhang Qian embarked on a journey from Chang'an, known as Xi'an today, to the Western Regions via Central Asia. His expedition laid the foundation for the ancient Silk Road, creating an early model for transcontinental exchange. Today, China-Europe [...] The post China-Europe freight train service boosts Eurasian trade with shared benefits appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

IT is convocation season, when thousands of students graduate with hopeful dreams for the future. Each cohort has their own fears: while talk of disruption by Covid-19 has diminished considerably, uncertainty abounds over the effect of AI on career prospects, geopolitical tensions (which affect investments and tariffs) and domestic political stability. In my forewords and [...] The post Stains amid academic excellence appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BEIJING (Nov 28): China's continuously optimised visa waiver policies have delivered significant results, fueling a surge in international travel and strengthening people-to-people exchanges with the rest of the world. As of Nov 23, Beijing ports recorded 19.35 million inbound and outbound travelers, marking an 18 per cent year-on-year increase. A particularly notable rise was observed [...] The post China's expanded visa waiver policies fuel travel surge, strengthen global ties ..

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 27): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reminded Sabah voters that his administration has already carried out key development commitments under the Malaysian Agreement 1963 (MA63). He stressed that billions of ringgit in federal projects are not campaign promises but initiatives already funded and underway. He highlighted the RM1.2 billion subsidy [...] The post Anwar underscores MA63 commitments, urges Sabahans to back PH candidates appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): Ngemah assemblyman Anyi Jana has urged the Sarawak government to resolve the longstanding issue of land titles for longhouse residents in his constituency. Anyi highlighted three areas under the Rajang Security Command (Rascom) Resettlement Scheme (SPS) - Nanga Jagau, Nanga Ngungun, and Nanga Tada. Established in 1972 to curb the communist threat, [...] The post Resolve land titles for longhouse folk in Rascom areas, Ngemah rep urges Swak govt appeared first on Borneo ..

PUTATAN (Nov 27): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged voters in Petagas to support Pakatan Harapan's (PH) candidate, Awang Husaini Sahari. Calling Awang Husaini a "direct channel" to him, Anwar said that if the Petagas candidate wins in the upcoming 17th Sabah state election, he would have a direct line to the Prime [...] The post Vote Awang Husaini for direct channel to me, Anwar tells Petagas constituents appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 27): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Sabah's Chinese business community to collaborate and present proposals that could help strengthen the state's economy. Speaking at a gathering of the Chinese community and industry leaders here tonight, Anwar said the post- election period would be the right time for discussions. "After [...] The post PM Anwar reaffirms Sabahs 40 pct revenue entitlement, urges unity, proposals from Chinese business ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): Stakan assemblyman Dato Hamzah Brahim has strongly condemned remarks by former Law Minister Datuk Mohd Zaid Ibrahim, who described Sarawak and Sabah as 'burdens' left by the British to Malaya. Speaking during the 2026 Supply Bill debate at the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Sitting, Hamzah also criticised Zaid's suggestion that the [...] The post Stakan rep condemns former ministers burden remarks on Sarawak, Sabah appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang has called on the state government to accelerate the surveying and documentation of Native Customary Rights (NCR) land in his constituency, highlighting that land security is a primary concern for his constituents. Debating the 2026 State Budget at the State Legislative Assembly Sitting, Billy revealed that only a [...] The post Expedite NCR land surveying, New Opar Township planning, rep urges appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus has raised concerns over the safety and health standards of produce sold at the Serian Wet Market, urging authorities to take immediate action. Speaking during the debate on the 2026 Sarawak Budget at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN), he suggested labelling inspected items or issuing official documents [...] The post Rep calls for better safety standards at Serian Wet Market appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): Dr Simon Sinang Bada (GPS-Tebedu) has urged the Sarawak government to expedite several key development projects in the border area to enhance trade, tourism and economic growth. Speaking during the State Budget 2026 debate at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN), Dr Sinang highlighted Tebedu's strategic position as an international entry point, making [...] The post Expedite Tebedu projects to boost trade, tourism, says rep appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): The Sarikei Division will be an active co-host for the 2027 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, said State Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu. While Kuching will host 17 main sports events due to its existing facilities, Rentap confirmed that Sarikei and other divisions will be integral [...] The post Sarikei to co-host SEA Games 2027, boosting local sports, community engagement appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): Sarawak has introduced two major initiatives -- Sarawak Energy Transition Policy (SET-P) and Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint (SSB) -- to promote low- carbon mobility across the state. State Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said the policies are aimed at supporting the development of electric vehicle (EV) [...] The post Sarawak pushes for EV adoption with energy transition, sustainability policies appeared first ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): The Asia Pacific Aerospace Conference & Exhibition (APACE) 2026 will be held from Jan 27 to 29 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) here, marking a significant step in establishing Sarawak as a rising aerospace and aviation hub in the region. The event is hosted by the Sarawak Ministry of Education, [...] The post APACE 2026 to showcase Sarawak as rising aerospace hub appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): The 'Revival of Sarawak Songket and Keringkam: Honouring Datuk Amar Juma'ani' is not mere documentation -- it is a living testament to the artisans who sustain tradition, the communities that preserve it, and the late Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma'ani Tuanku Bujang, whose passion rekindled a cultural flame for generations. Speaking at [...] The post Sarawak songket, keringkam heritage celebrated in book honouring Datuk Amar Jumaani appeared first on ..

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 27): Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) has reaffirmed that its relationship with Pakatan Harapan (PH) is anchored firmly on Sabah's interests through a win-win approach. GRS Information Chief Datuk Joniston Bangkuai clarified that GRS is not a component of PH, nor is PH part of GRS. "The relationship between GRS and PH is [...] The post GRS cooperation with PH based on Sabahs interests, not politics, says info chief appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): Sarawak Consolidated Industries Bhd's (SCIB) fifth quarter of financial year 2025 (5QFY25) results were weighed down by the construction and engineering, procurement, constructions, and commissioning (EPCC) segment, which posted RM12.33 million revenue and a loss before tax of RM3.80 million during the quarter. In a statement, SCIB said the loss came from [...] The post SCIB fifth quarter dragged down by weaker construction and EPCC segment appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): Oriental Kopi Holding Bhd (Oriental Kopi) posted a revenue of RM133.2 million and core profit after tax and minority interest (PATAMI) of RM15.9 million for its fourth quarter of financial year 2025 (4QFY25), coming in within expectations. In a note on Monday, MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB Research) said the results lifted [...] The post Oriental Kopi posts steady 4Q results despite tax drag appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

TUARAN (Nov 27): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Sabahans to reject racial and religious sentiment in the ongoing election campaign, warning that such divisive politics would only hinder the state's progress and weaken the nation's social fabric. Speaking before one of the largest 'temu rapat' gatherings he has attended in Sabah, Anwar [...] The post Anwar urges Sabahans to reject racial, religious politics appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

TUARAN (Nov 27): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Sabah's development can only be accelerated through continued strong cooperation between the state government and the federal administration. He emphasised that many of the state's longstanding issues, including electricity, water supply and road connectivity, are now progressing because both governments are working smoothly and sincerely [...] The post Anwar: Only strong federalstate ties can drive Sabah forward appeared ..

KOTA MARUDU (Nov 27): The United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation's (Upko) Sabah First movement of prioritising the state's interests has become a rallying spirit among the people, especially youths, said Datuk Ewon Benedick. Nearly 2,000 young people gathered for the Sabah First Youth Awakening Rally at Dewan Tokong Kota Marudu on Tuesday. Part of the ongoing [...] The post Ewon: Sabahans respond to Upko's Sabah First movement, new rallying spirit for youths appeared first ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): Frequent power outages have severely disrupted the lives of residents, especially in the Kalaka area, said Mohamad Duri. The Kalaka assemblyman said there had been instances of blackouts occurring six times consecutively in a single day on July 31, and just recently, another prolonged outage which lasted 22 hours on Tuesday (Nov [...] The post Kalaka rep: Frequent power blackouts, hospital shortcomings plague Saratok residents appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): Sarawak's Senior Citizen Health Benefit (SCHB) has paid out RM39.7 million ringgit this year as of Oct 30, said Datuk Rosey Yunus. The Deputy Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development said SCHB offers cashless outpatient treatment of up to RM500 per year for eligible senior citizens. "As of Oct 30, [...] The post Seniors utilise RM39.7 mln of Sarawak health benefit up till October appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 27): Caretaker Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has reiterated that close cooperation between the state and federal governments remains crucial in charting Sabah's future, stressing that such alignment continues to deliver tangible benefits for the state and its people. Speaking at a gathering with local leaders and entrepreneurs in Lok [...] The post Hajiji stresses federalstate cooperation key to Sabahs future appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 27) Parti Warisan (Warisan) has voiced strong concern over a recent statement by Pakatan Harapan (PH) secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution, who suggested that Sabah may face a 'cold relationship' with the federal government if the chief minister's stance does not align with that of the prime minister. Warisan Supreme Council member [...] The post Warisan: Cooperation with federal govt must be based on equal partnership, not political dependency ..

SANDAKAN (Nov 27): Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate for Sungai Sibuga Datuk Suhaimi Nasir has reaffirmed that the proposed 'Dana Belia Niaga' of up to RM5,000 under the BN Manifesto will be channelled to youths without heavy or restrictive conditions, reflecting BN's commitment to empowering young Sabahans as drivers of the state's new economic wave. Suhaimi [...] The post BN's Suhaimi pledges RM5,000 'Dana Belia Niaga' for young entrepreneurs appeared ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): The Sarawak government is pushing ahead to set up its own medical faculty at one of the state-owned universities as Sarawak races to address the critical shortfall of healthcare workers in the state. Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said a feasibility study group has been [...] The post Sarawak moves to establish own medical faculty to tackle critical healthcare shortage appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 27): Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is offering a platform of stable politics, development-focused governance, and unity as it seeks a renewed mandate to lead Sabah to greater heights, said Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. According to the GRS chairman, his administration has proven its capabilities as a responsible and effective government over [...] The post Hajiji: GRS offers stability proven by five-year term, takes swipe at Warisan's failure to retain power appeared ..

KINABATANGAN (Nov 27): As polling day for the 17th Sabah State Election draws near, Barisan Nasional (BN) Sabah information secretary Rahia Arpaih has warned voters that independent candidates contesting without the backing of any political party offer no real assurance to the people. In a statement today, Rahia cautioned that votes cast for independent candidates [...] The post BN Sabah information secretary warns against voting for independent candidates appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SANDAKAN (Nov 27): Sabah requires competent, local-focussed leadership to mirror the resource-driven success of Sarawak and visionary transformation of Singapore, saidHenley Liew Yun Ye. During a campaign event at the Sim Sim Low Cost Housing area on Wednesday night, the Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) Tanjong Papat candidate argued that Sabah's development has been hampered not [...] The post SAPP's Henley Liew cites Sarawak's, Singapore's successes as proof ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): Sarawak and Indonesia share longstanding ties built on trust, shared aspirations, and generations of cultural and economic linkages, forming a deeply-rooted friendship, said the Premier. Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the ties between Sarawak and Indonesia continued to guide cooperation across key sectors. "This collaboration spans borders, cultures, [...] The post Sarawak and Indonesias deeply-rooted friendship guides cooperation across key sectors, ..

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 27): Police bail for rapper Wee Meng Chee, or Namewee, has been extended for another 14 days from yesterday until Dec 10. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said this was because police are still awaiting the toxicology and post-mortem reports related to the death of Taiwanese influencer Hsieh Yun Hsin, [...] The post Namewees police bail extended 14 days as cops await post-mortem, toxicology report in Taiwanese influencers death appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 27): Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has predicted that no single party will dominate in the 17th Sabah state election. The Deputy Prime Minister said his personal assessment suggests Sabah will once again be led by a coalition government. "Stability must be the first priority for Sabah," he [...] The post Zahid predicts no party to dominate Sabah polls, says eventual coalition must prioritise stability appeared first on Borneo Post ..

HONG KONG (Nov 27): Firefighters were still dousing a devastating fire Thursday which ripped through a Hong Kong high-rise complex,killing at least 44 people and leaving hundreds missing according to authorities. The inferno -- the financial hub's worst in decades -- took hold on Wednesday afternoon in an eight-building housing estate with 2,000 apartments and [...] The post Hong Kong high-rise fire kills at least 44, still burning appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Nov 27): The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) has removed a total of 936 stray dogs from streets under its jurisdiction as of the end of October. SMC chairman Clarence Ting noted complaints about stray dogs loitering in areas such as Rantau Panjang, Taman Indah, and Kampong Bahagia Jaya. "Our enforcement team will continue to [...] The post Sibu Municipal Council removes 936 stray dogs amid rising complaints, 670 bite cases recorded appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): St James' Church in Quop, one of the oldest churches in the Anglican Diocese of Kuching and Brunei Darussalam, will mark its 160th anniversary with a thanksgiving service on Dec 7. The service, themed 'Give Thanks to the Lord of Lords; for His Steadfast Love Endures Forever--Psalm 136:3', will begin at 3pm [...] The post St James Church, Quop to celebrate 160 years with thanksgiving service this Dec 7 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Nov 27): Leading coffee researchers, producers and industry specialists from across the world will gather here for the Borneo Coffee Symposium II at The Old Courthouse. Held under the theme 'Feasibility and Challenges of Tropical Coffee Cultivation', the two-day event will explore how tropical coffee species can strengthen long-term resilience in the global coffee [...] The post Global experts converge in Kuching for Borneo Coffee Symposium II appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Nov 27): Jaringan Orang Asal SeMalaysia (JOAS) president Hellan Empaing hopes the Sarawak Native Rights Memorandum 2025, submitted to Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar, will pave the way for stronger recognition, protection and participation of indigenous people in state governance and development. Speaking about the memorandum during a march to [...] The post JOAS pushes for stronger indigenous rights in Sarawak with 2025 memorandum appeared first on Borneo Post ..